2009-10 College Football Coaching Hiring/Firing Thread - Page 14

Chief Rum · 01-11-2010, 12:25 AM

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Originally Posted by MrBug708

Side note, but there is a rumor that Tyron Smith flunked out, did u hear anything about that?

I'm not buying it. Smith would have been an academic casualty for the Nut Bowl.

Chief Rum · 01-11-2010, 12:27 AM

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Originally Posted by Eaglesfan27

We have to keep a few coaches to have any chance of retaining this class. Word is that Ruel might choose to stay as well, and there is a chance that Norton might also stay (with a big raise.)

FWIW, Fox Sports Seattle is reporting Bates & Norton to Seattle. I haven't seen anything specific yet about Ruel or Franklin (or Seto).

Bug, BTW, is referencing a comment by Bryan Fischer that there is only one assistant remaining, and that it is McNair. Don't know how much to read into that.

Eaglesfan27 · 01-11-2010, 12:31 AM

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Originally Posted by Chief Rum

I'm not buying it. Smith would have been an academic casualty for the Nut Bowl.

Tyron Smith was an academic casualty for the bowl game. No idea if he is done at SC or not.

Eaglesfan27 · 01-11-2010, 12:32 AM

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Originally Posted by Chief Rum

FWIW, Fox Sports Seattle is reporting Bates & Norton to Seattle. I haven't seen anything specific yet about Ruel or Franklin (or Seto).

Bug, BTW, is referencing a comment by Bryan Fischer that there is only one assistant remaining, and that it is McNair. Don't know how much to read into that.

I've heard at least 2 assistants will remain, 1 that Pete wanted and 1 that he didn't offer to come to Seattle. Norton is the question mark. He's probably going with Pete, but the powers are offering him a huge raise to try to keep him.

Chief Rum · 01-11-2010, 12:34 AM

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Originally Posted by Eaglesfan27

Tyron Smith was an academic casualty for the bowl game. No idea if he is done at SC or not.

He was? Sheesh, surprised I missed that.

Eaglesfan27 · 01-11-2010, 12:36 AM

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Originally Posted by Chief Rum

He was? Sheesh, surprised I missed that.

Yep, along with McCoy and Spicer. I was particularly disappointed in Smith and Spicer.

Chief Rum · 01-11-2010, 12:38 AM

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Originally Posted by Eaglesfan27

Yep, along with McCoy and Spicer. I was particularly disappointed in Smith and Spicer.

How weird. I mean, I actually remember McCoy and Spicer, and I remember there were three. My mind must have gone through some sort of block on Smith. I don't even know who I thought it might be instead of Smith.

Samdari · 01-11-2010, 07:42 AM

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Originally Posted by Eaglesfan27

Reportedly, Pete Carroll told the team via text message tonight that he has taken the Seahawk job. Classless way to notify them if true.

While at first blush, I would react thinking that was a classless way. But, if the kids aren't on campus, you can't get them together for a meeting. That leaves some sort of impersonal, distant way of letting them know. And better this before an official announcements than a phone call after.

Mizzou B-ball fan · 01-11-2010, 07:46 AM

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Originally Posted by Samdari

While at first blush, I would react thinking that was a classless way. But, if the kids aren't on campus, you can't get them together for a meeting. That leaves some sort of impersonal, distant way of letting them know. And better this before an official announcements than a phone call after.

Agreed. The kids aren't back in school yet. If classes were in session, he would have met with them. Given that they aren't, this is honestly one of the best ways to let them know quickly before news breaks.

Eaglesfan27 · 01-11-2010, 09:11 AM

In retrospect, I agree with you guys, particularly if Pete meets in person with the team later.

I. J. Reilly · 01-11-2010, 09:19 AM

Mike Riley Agrees to Contract Extension - OREGON STATE OFFICIAL ATHLETIC SITE

Ata boy Mikey. There's no cookin' like home cookin'. Also, you can't risk giving the wife two I told you so's.

DeToxRox · 01-11-2010, 11:46 AM

Apparently Leavitt is at the coaching convention demanding his job back.

MrBug708 · 01-11-2010, 11:48 AM

Brennan Carroll is being left behind at USC as it stands

MrBug708 · 01-11-2010, 11:56 AM

Biggins just said that if USC doesnt suck on their hire, Riley will stick with USC

Swaggs · 01-11-2010, 12:37 PM

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Originally Posted by DeToxRox

Apparently Leavitt is at the coaching convention demanding his job back.

Dude is nuts.

I'm semi-surprised that he hasn't called up Bill Snyder and asked for a spot on KSU's staff. He has some history under Snyder and, if he could keep his cool for a few years, could probably succeed him there. Snyder is 70-years old and it seemed like he came back only to stabilize the program, so I doubt he is looking to stick around too long. Having a decent replacement on staff would probably help recruiting, but I'd probably wait until after this signing day to bring him on board.

I. J. Reilly · 01-11-2010, 12:37 PM

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Originally Posted by MrBug708

Biggins just said that if USC doesnt suck on their hire, Riley will stick with USC

He said what?

DeToxRox · 01-11-2010, 12:40 PM

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Originally Posted by I. J. Reilly

He said what?

Not Mike, Dietrich, a recruit not a coach.

DeToxRox · 01-11-2010, 12:41 PM

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Originally Posted by Swaggs

Dude is nuts.

I'm semi-surprised that he hasn't called up Bill Snyder and asked for a spot on KSU's staff. He has some history under Snyder and, if he could keep his cool for a few years, could probably succeed him there. Snyder is 70-years old and it seemed like he came back only to stabilize the program, so I doubt he is looking to stick around too long. Having a decent replacement on staff would probably help recruiting, but I'd probably wait until after this signing day to bring him on board.

Leavitt is a shady motherfucker. He and Snyder reuniting would have the NCAA on line 1.

I. J. Reilly · 01-11-2010, 12:42 PM

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Originally Posted by DeToxRox

Not Mike, Dietrich, a recruit not a coach.

Thank you, that sentence was giving me vertigo.

MrBug708 · 01-11-2010, 12:59 PM

Sorry, thought this was the recruiting thread during that post

Eaglesfan27 · 01-11-2010, 01:14 PM

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Originally Posted by MrBug708

Brennan Carroll is being left behind at USC as it stands

Word is that Brennan Carroll actually helped convince Wright to commit on TV this past Saturday and is doing a lot to salvage this class. I'm glad we have some continuity sticking around to aid in the transition.

MrBug708 · 01-11-2010, 01:19 PM

Wright must really like visors and punishing walkons

Eaglesfan27 · 01-11-2010, 04:34 PM

Pete's resignation press conference is set to begin in a few minutes. It appears likely that USC will announce their new head coach tonight, and if the reports are true, I think SC fans are going to be thrilled with the group of coaches that are coming. Jack Del Rio will be the head coach and he'll be surrounded by some great talent

JonInMiddleGA · 01-11-2010, 04:51 PM

Alabama DC Kirby Smart officially turns down the offer to take over the defense at UGA (his alma mater, where his wife also played b'ball).

They'll move on to their 4th choice now (having been rejected by Bud Foster, John Chavis, and Smart), quite possibly Dallas Cowboys ass't Todd Grantham.

tucker rocky · 01-11-2010, 05:38 PM

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Originally Posted by Eaglesfan27

Pete's resignation press conference is set to begin in a few minutes. It appears likely that USC will announce their new head coach tonight, and if the reports are true, I think SC fans are going to be thrilled with the group of coaches that are coming. Jack Del Rio will be the head coach and he'll be surrounded by some great talent

DelRio will be the new Pete Carroll, not so good as HC in the NFL, but great as a college one.
DelRio will then be courted by another NFL team after having many great seasons at the helm, winning 3 or 4 NT's, and no ranking below 10.

Wishful thinking here.

MrBug708 · 01-11-2010, 06:29 PM

Jon Tenuta as DC?

Eaglesfan27 · 01-11-2010, 06:35 PM

Norton is going to Seattle. Doesn't look like anything can change that now.

MrBug708 · 01-11-2010, 06:42 PM

Rich McKay as AD?

RainMaker · 01-11-2010, 07:16 PM

I think Del Rio is a perfect personality for the college game.

CU Tiger · 01-11-2010, 07:54 PM

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Originally Posted by JonInMiddleGA

Alabama DC Kirby Smart officially turns down the offer to take over the defense at UGA (his alma mater, where his wife also played b'ball).

They'll move on to their 4th choice now (having been rejected by Bud Foster, John Chavis, and Smart), quite possibly Dallas Cowboys ass't Todd Grantham.

Are you sure Koening didnt also turn Richt down?

It is my understanding he did.

RPI-Fan · 01-11-2010, 08:14 PM

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Originally Posted by JonInMiddleGA

Alabama DC Kirby Smart officially turns down the offer to take over the defense at UGA (his alma mater, where his wife also played b'ball).

They'll move on to their 4th choice now (having been rejected by Bud Foster, John Chavis, and Smart), quite possibly Dallas Cowboys ass't Todd Grantham.

I hear Reggie Ball is available.

DeToxRox · 01-11-2010, 08:35 PM

Apparently the Dolphins might be pursuing Al Groh now for their vacant DC position.

Eaglesfan27 · 01-11-2010, 09:18 PM

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Originally Posted by MrBug708

Side note, but there is a rumor that Tyron Smith flunked out, did u hear anything about that?

Tyron Smith is back from the winter break and with the team today and ready to attend class.

Samdari · 01-12-2010, 07:47 AM

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Originally Posted by DeToxRox

Apparently the Dolphins might be pursuing Al Groh now for their vacant DC position.

When did they fire Pasqualoni?

RedKingGold · 01-12-2010, 08:24 AM

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Originally Posted by Samdari

When did they fire Pasqualoni?

Yesterday.

Lathum · 01-12-2010, 09:27 AM

I know all reports say Sark is staying at UW, but everyday that goes by without a coach at USC I get more nervous.

digamma · 01-12-2010, 10:09 AM

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Originally Posted by DeToxRox

Apparently the Dolphins might be pursuing Al Groh now for their vacant DC position.

Yeah, it's interesting with Groh, because he can say that money truly doesn't matter. The first $4 million of his salary has to be paid directly to Virginia to reimburse them for his buy-out. No sane person is going to pay a DC that much money, so a bidding war can't really happen.

Georgia Tech has a press conference scheduled tomorrow morning at 9:30 Eastern. It was thought Groh would be announced there, but we'll see.

Samdari · 01-12-2010, 10:21 AM

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Originally Posted by digamma

The first $4 million of his salary has to be paid directly to Virginia to reimburse them for his buy-out.

Why does Groh owe UVa money for them firing him?

digamma · 01-12-2010, 10:46 AM

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Originally Posted by Samdari

Why does Groh owe UVa money for them firing him?

You can think of it as a sort of "non-compete." He doesn't owe them anything if he doesn't take a job, but if he does, it goes to offset the buy-out amount. I think it is a fairly standard contract provision.

JonInMiddleGA · 01-12-2010, 02:07 PM

Jacksonville Jaguars coach Jack Del Rio remains on job - ESPN

JACKSONVILLE, Fla. -- Jack Del Rio said Tuesday he will remain coach of the Jacksonville Jaguars, a decision made after Del Rio and team owner Wayne Weaver met Tuesday to discuss the coach's future with the franchise.

Del Rio has three years and $15 million remaining on his contract.

The scheduled meeting came around the same time the Los Angeles Daily News reported that Del Rio, a USC alumnus, had received an offer to replace Pete Carroll as Trojans coach. Carroll left the Trojans to coach the Seattle Seahawks.

"That's all speculation and hype," Del Rio told WJXT-TV as he arrived for work Tuesday morning, adding the report about an offer from USC was "manufactured."

"Only thing I can tell you is I've been busy working on the Jaguars for 2010, meeting with my staff, meeting with Gene Smith, we're going to meet with Mr. Weaver. We're busy at work, trying to build this team strong.

"All of those other things are a figment of other people's imaginations."
...
With Del Rio out of USC's picture, former San Francisco 49ers and Detroit Lions coach Steve Mariucci and USC have been in contact in recent days, two sources told ESPN NFL Insider Adam Schefter.

Mariucci works as an analyst at NFL Network, but he has expressed an interest in returning to coaching with the right opportunity.

MrBug708 · 01-12-2010, 05:35 PM

On to Jon Gruden

RainMaker · 01-12-2010, 05:42 PM

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Originally Posted by digamma

Yeah, it's interesting with Groh, because he can say that money truly doesn't matter. The first $4 million of his salary has to be paid directly to Virginia to reimburse them for his buy-out. No sane person is going to pay a DC that much money, so a bidding war can't really happen.

Georgia Tech has a press conference scheduled tomorrow morning at 9:30 Eastern. It was thought Groh would be announced there, but we'll see.

Typically that is where they negotiate something. Groh wants to coach and Virginia doesn't want to pay someone to sit at home and do nothing.

Eaglesfan27 · 01-12-2010, 07:05 PM

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Originally Posted by MrBug708

On to Jon Gruden

Nope. But, rumor is that USC has a coach tonight and that an announcement will be made tonight with a press conference tomorrow. It's going to shake up recruiting in a big way..

DeToxRox · 01-12-2010, 07:18 PM

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Originally Posted by Eaglesfan27

Nope. But, rumor is that USC has a coach tonight and that an announcement will be made tonight with a press conference tomorrow. It's going to shake up recruiting in a big way..

Who, Mooch?

DanGarion · 01-12-2010, 07:21 PM

Chris Peterson at least that is what Twitter people are rumoring.

Eaglesfan27 · 01-12-2010, 07:24 PM

Rumor is that Tennessee is about to lose their staff.. Announcement tonight after they have a team meeting in Tennessee.

DanGarion · 01-12-2010, 07:24 PM

Of course their are people that think it's Kiffin... please no.

Eaglesfan27 · 01-12-2010, 07:25 PM

If it is Kiffin with his dad, Coach O, and 2 others that are being rumored, it is a homerun hire in my opinion and it means that USC is confident that there is nothing to the past alleged violations.

DeToxRox · 01-12-2010, 07:26 PM

If USC hires Kiffin on the verge of these NCAA hearings, uh, not the best idea.

DanGarion · 01-12-2010, 07:26 PM

The only plus is with recruits, I think in the long run Kiffin could be a terrible choice...

01-11-2010, 09:11 AM	#660
Eaglesfan27 Hall Of Famer Join Date: Nov 2002 Location: New Jersey	In retrospect, I agree with you guys, particularly if Pete meets in person with the team later. __________________ Retired GM of the eNFL 2007 Super Bowl Champion Philadelphia Eagles (19-0 record.) GM of the WOOF 2006 Doggie Bowl Champion Atlantic City Gamblers. GM of the IHOF 2019 and 2022 IHOF Bowl Champion Asheville Axemen.

01-11-2010, 04:34 PM	#673
Eaglesfan27 Hall Of Famer Join Date: Nov 2002 Location: New Jersey	Pete's resignation press conference is set to begin in a few minutes. It appears likely that USC will announce their new head coach tonight, and if the reports are true, I think SC fans are going to be thrilled with the group of coaches that are coming. Jack Del Rio will be the head coach and he'll be surrounded by some great talent __________________ Retired GM of the eNFL 2007 Super Bowl Champion Philadelphia Eagles (19-0 record.) GM of the WOOF 2006 Doggie Bowl Champion Atlantic City Gamblers. GM of the IHOF 2019 and 2022 IHOF Bowl Champion Asheville Axemen.

01-11-2010, 04:51 PM	#674
JonInMiddleGA Hall Of Famer Join Date: Nov 2000 Location: Behind Enemy Lines in Athens, GA	Alabama DC Kirby Smart officially turns down the offer to take over the defense at UGA (his alma mater, where his wife also played b'ball). They'll move on to their 4th choice now (having been rejected by Bud Foster, John Chavis, and Smart), quite possibly Dallas Cowboys ass't Todd Grantham. __________________ "I lit another cigarette. Unless I specifically inform you to the contrary, I am always lighting another cigarette." - from a novel by Martin Amis

01-11-2010, 06:35 PM	#677
Eaglesfan27 Hall Of Famer Join Date: Nov 2002 Location: New Jersey	Norton is going to Seattle. Doesn't look like anything can change that now. __________________ Retired GM of the eNFL 2007 Super Bowl Champion Philadelphia Eagles (19-0 record.) GM of the WOOF 2006 Doggie Bowl Champion Atlantic City Gamblers. GM of the IHOF 2019 and 2022 IHOF Bowl Champion Asheville Axemen.

01-12-2010, 02:07 PM	#690
JonInMiddleGA Hall Of Famer Join Date: Nov 2000 Location: Behind Enemy Lines in Athens, GA	Jacksonville Jaguars coach Jack Del Rio remains on job - ESPN JACKSONVILLE, Fla. -- Jack Del Rio said Tuesday he will remain coach of the Jacksonville Jaguars, a decision made after Del Rio and team owner Wayne Weaver met Tuesday to discuss the coach's future with the franchise. Del Rio has three years and $15 million remaining on his contract. The scheduled meeting came around the same time the Los Angeles Daily News reported that Del Rio, a USC alumnus, had received an offer to replace Pete Carroll as Trojans coach. Carroll left the Trojans to coach the Seattle Seahawks. "That's all speculation and hype," Del Rio told WJXT-TV as he arrived for work Tuesday morning, adding the report about an offer from USC was "manufactured." "Only thing I can tell you is I've been busy working on the Jaguars for 2010, meeting with my staff, meeting with Gene Smith, we're going to meet with Mr. Weaver. We're busy at work, trying to build this team strong. "All of those other things are a figment of other people's imaginations." ... With Del Rio out of USC's picture, former San Francisco 49ers and Detroit Lions coach Steve Mariucci and USC have been in contact in recent days, two sources told ESPN NFL Insider Adam Schefter. Mariucci works as an analyst at NFL Network, but he has expressed an interest in returning to coaching with the right opportunity. __________________ "I lit another cigarette. Unless I specifically inform you to the contrary, I am always lighting another cigarette." - from a novel by Martin Amis

01-11-2010, 09:19 AM	#661
I. J. Reilly College Prospect Join Date: Dec 2004 Location: An Oregonian deep in the heart of Texas.	Mike Riley Agrees to Contract Extension - OREGON STATE OFFICIAL ATHLETIC SITE Ata boy Mikey. There's no cookin' like home cookin'. Also, you can't risk giving the wife two I told you so's.

01-11-2010, 11:46 AM	#662
DeToxRox Head Coach Join Date: Dec 2002 Location: Michigan	Apparently Leavitt is at the coaching convention demanding his job back.

01-11-2010, 11:48 AM	#663
MrBug708 Head Coach Join Date: Apr 2001 Location: Whittier	Brennan Carroll is being left behind at USC as it stands

01-11-2010, 11:56 AM	#664
MrBug708 Head Coach Join Date: Apr 2001 Location: Whittier	Biggins just said that if USC doesnt suck on their hire, Riley will stick with USC

01-11-2010, 12:59 PM	#670
MrBug708 Head Coach Join Date: Apr 2001 Location: Whittier	Sorry, thought this was the recruiting thread during that post

01-11-2010, 01:19 PM	#672
MrBug708 Head Coach Join Date: Apr 2001 Location: Whittier	Wright must really like visors and punishing walkons

01-11-2010, 06:29 PM	#676
MrBug708 Head Coach Join Date: Apr 2001 Location: Whittier	Jon Tenuta as DC?

01-11-2010, 06:42 PM	#678
MrBug708 Head Coach Join Date: Apr 2001 Location: Whittier	Rich McKay as AD?

01-11-2010, 07:16 PM	#679
RainMaker Hall Of Famer Join Date: Jun 2006 Location: Chicago, IL	I think Del Rio is a perfect personality for the college game.

01-11-2010, 08:35 PM	#682
DeToxRox Head Coach Join Date: Dec 2002 Location: Michigan	Apparently the Dolphins might be pursuing Al Groh now for their vacant DC position.

01-12-2010, 09:27 AM	#686
Lathum Favored Bitch #1 Join Date: Dec 2001 Location: homeless in NJ	I know all reports say Sark is staying at UW, but everyday that goes by without a coach at USC I get more nervous.

01-12-2010, 05:35 PM	#691
MrBug708 Head Coach Join Date: Apr 2001 Location: Whittier	On to Jon Gruden

01-12-2010, 07:21 PM	#695
DanGarion Coordinator Join Date: Nov 2003 Location: The Great Northwest	Chris Peterson at least that is what Twitter people are rumoring. __________________ Los Angeles Dodgers Check out the FOFC Groups on Facebook! and Reddit! DON'T REPORT ME BRO!

01-12-2010, 07:24 PM	#696
Eaglesfan27 Hall Of Famer Join Date: Nov 2002 Location: New Jersey	Rumor is that Tennessee is about to lose their staff.. Announcement tonight after they have a team meeting in Tennessee. __________________ Retired GM of the eNFL 2007 Super Bowl Champion Philadelphia Eagles (19-0 record.) GM of the WOOF 2006 Doggie Bowl Champion Atlantic City Gamblers. GM of the IHOF 2019 and 2022 IHOF Bowl Champion Asheville Axemen.

01-12-2010, 07:24 PM	#697
DanGarion Coordinator Join Date: Nov 2003 Location: The Great Northwest	Of course their are people that think it's Kiffin... please no. __________________ Los Angeles Dodgers Check out the FOFC Groups on Facebook! and Reddit! DON'T REPORT ME BRO!

01-12-2010, 07:25 PM	#698
Eaglesfan27 Hall Of Famer Join Date: Nov 2002 Location: New Jersey	If it is Kiffin with his dad, Coach O, and 2 others that are being rumored, it is a homerun hire in my opinion and it means that USC is confident that there is nothing to the past alleged violations. __________________ Retired GM of the eNFL 2007 Super Bowl Champion Philadelphia Eagles (19-0 record.) GM of the WOOF 2006 Doggie Bowl Champion Atlantic City Gamblers. GM of the IHOF 2019 and 2022 IHOF Bowl Champion Asheville Axemen.

01-12-2010, 07:26 PM	#699
DeToxRox Head Coach Join Date: Dec 2002 Location: Michigan	If USC hires Kiffin on the verge of these NCAA hearings, uh, not the best idea.

01-12-2010, 07:26 PM	#700
DanGarion Coordinator Join Date: Nov 2003 Location: The Great Northwest	The only plus is with recruits, I think in the long run Kiffin could be a terrible choice... __________________ Los Angeles Dodgers Check out the FOFC Groups on Facebook! and Reddit! DON'T REPORT ME BRO!

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